Jazmin Desantiago Nava puts a puzzle together during a learn and play event at Pete Crivaro Park. Kids can play and do more Saturday at a family fun day. / Register file photo

Rylee Reynolds tries out her new maracas at the Historic Valley Junction Cinco de Mayo festival in 2011. / Register file photo

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Get lunch, treats and have fun at family event

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Pete Crivaro Park, 1012 E. 14th St. Free.

To give back to the community, One2wenty, a new Christian nonprofit organization that is impacting communities for life, is hosting Family Fun Day. The event includes lunch, sno-cones, cotton candy, popcorn, karaoke, games, a clown, spin art and more. Go to www.one2wenty.com for more information.

Cinco de Mayo in Valley Junction

Bring the whole family to enjoy Mexican food, artwork, live music, dancing and fam­ily activities at the ninth an­nu­al Cinco de Mayo event, celebrating the Mexican heritage of many railroad workers during the estab­lishment of Valley Junction. Hear live music, see dancing troupe Los Jovenes Embajadores and visit vendors like Tacos Andreas, Mi Pueblo Mexican Crafts and Los Primos.

More events

Saturday

Free Comic Book Day —Comics fans of all ages are invited to the annual celebra­tion of comics at Cup O’ Krypt­onite. Come for specials, sales and kids activities all morning long. Receive a free comic book just for showing up. Free. 8:30 a.m. 2608 Beaver Ave.

What’s In a Doctor’s Bag —Kids can learn what a doctor carries in his or her doctor’s bag and why they have those items at this hands-on program with students from Des Moines University. Participants will also make their own first-aid kit. Free. 1 p.m. Franklin Avenue Library, 5000 Franklin Ave.

Starlight Cinema — Watch the movie “Brave” under the stars on the big screen at Memorial Park Amphitheater. Enjoy free popcorn; drinks and candy are also available for purchase. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free. 8:15 p.m. West Euclid Avenue and North G Street, Indianola.

Monday

Nature Friends: Toadally Awesome —Preschoolers with an adult can join a naturalist for a nature adventure, exploring the world of toads through stories, sharing time, guided exploration and art activities. Snacks will be provided. $7. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meadow View Park, 642 Prairieview Drive, West Des Moines. Call 515-223-3444 to register.

Wednesday

Early Out Adventures —School-age kids are invited to the Grimes Public Library for fun activities and to help decorate for the Summer Reading Program. Free. 1:30 p.m. 200 N. James St., Grimes.